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In June of 2014 my kids and I moved into a rental in Ambler, PA. I’ve never given a tour of the house, so I thought after 3 years here, it’s time! We’re on the hunt for a home of our own, but I thought I’d give you a few little snippets of what this […]

I love me some atmosphere lighting! I’m all about the battery operated candles, real candles, twinkle lights, lanterns. You name it, if it lights up, I love it. Lighting adds so much to the outdoor atmosphere. So, with summer approaching, I wanted to make sure I had the exact lighting and mood that I was […]

It finally feels like Fall here in the Northeast. I love hanging outside as much as possible. And I also love making my outdoor “rooms” as cozy as possible! So grab your favorite Fall flavored drink and check out what I’ve done to our back deck for Fall. 3 no stress ways to cozy up […]

Yup, I can’t get enough of terrariums or succulents of any kind for that matter… planted in any way, shape or form. My addiction started when I realized you pretty much can’t kill these little suckers. So, after I set up my newly refreshed deck, I wanted to accessories with some homemade terrariums/succulent gardens. There’s […]

with Summer is almost here. And you known what that means? Entertaining outdoors. You know I love a good outdoor room, but what’s an outdoor room without a bar? When I saw this cart on the Antique Farmhouse website, I knew it was for me. I wasn’t even sure where I’d put it, but it […]

MAKE IT COMFORTABLE. Add outdoor pillows and cushions on weatherproof furniture that you can sit and relax on. UPDATE THE FLOORING. Get a colorful outdoor rug. World Market has some amazing options. ADD FLOWERS. The easiest way to add color and life to your outdoor space. BRING IN A COFFEE TABLE. The bigger the better. […]

You’d be surprised how well things can come together when you have no other choice. This is what can happen when you take a look around you house and group some of your favorite finds together. The only purchase I made specifically for this wall was the wood and brackets. The wood was an […]

Girlfriends, shopping, warm weather, food, wine, and a barn. What more can I ask for in a weekend? This past weekend I traveled with a friend to Frederick, Maryland to attend the HomeTalk Halloween Hunt. I finally got to meet Cassie and Sarah who run Sweet Clover, a monthly barn sale full of all kinds […]

I have finally slept more than 6 hours in a row and I’m ready to re-visit my upcycled room at the Philly Home Show. If you’re new here, and I haven’t been beaten you over the head with my home show posts (yet), let me fill you in. The Home Show happens once a year […]

When I arrived at my room this morning I was delighted to see the wallpaper already up, thanks to Skip from Decker Wallcovering. I added some burlap trim to the seems on the black wall. The the metal wainscoting went up, ahhhh! Can you hear the angels singing? Before I left for the day I hung the […]

Denise Sabia, DIYer, house flipper and designer behind The Painted Home. Her approachable charm and easy style have made her a local favorite, appearing on FOX, ABC, CBS and various others. Denise lives in the suburbs of Philadelphia, PA. with her 3 kids, a dog, a hamster, and a revolving door of other "pets".